The Triumph of Galatea — Charles Alphonse Du Fresnoy
The Triumph of Galatea is an artwork by Charles Alphonse Du Fresnoy. Here is the subject context recorded in our catalogue, followed by a guide to choosing a print for your home.
The artwork at a glance
- Title
- The Triumph of Galatea
- Artist
- Charles Alphonse Du Fresnoy (French, 1611 – 1668)
- Subject collection
- Love & goddesses
The mythology behind the named subject
These names can refer to distinct myths. Pygmalion’s beloved statue is brought to life by Aphrodite; Galatea is also the name of a sea nymph connected with Acis and Polyphemus. The exact narrative depends on the artwork’s title and source record.
This is mythology context for the subject named in the title. The identification of every figure, symbol, or episode in this particular artwork has not been verified.
Living with The Triumph of Galatea
The balanced proportions can sit comfortably on a smaller wall or within a considered grouping. Start with the space around the artwork, then choose a print size that leaves the composition easy to see.
On the artwork page, compare three room settings, then choose an unframed poster, wooden framed poster, rolled canvas, or stretched canvas. Sizes are listed in centimetres and inches. The final crop depends on your chosen proportions, so check the preview before ordering.
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